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Old 06-29-2012, 12:24 PM
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FWIW, there were several reports of rust problems on the XD forums. Springfield Armory XDs are spec'ed with Melonite treatment for both the slides and bbl.s

I own two XDs, an early "M" model and a more recent "SC" carry weapon. I have treated both with Froglube, wear the SC concealed daily in humidity and exposed to sweat and have never had any rust at all. My AR has been treated with FL too and cleans easily. I do clean all my weapons after use and run the bolt on the AR wet with FL, just as I would with any CLP or lube.

I feel the Sport bbl. benefits most from the twist type rather than the melonite but think it is a good process. Any bbl. can show surface rust from abuse or lack of maintenance, IMHO.
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